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Find Down syndrome care in Yonkers, NY that you’ll love

60 Down syndrome care are listed in Yonkers, NY

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 3 years

Down syndrome care in Yonkers, NY

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Sophie L.


Haworth, NJ

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available In June, Full-time In July!

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I am a Junior at Ithaca College studying Occupational Therapy, and I LOVE children! I have been a camp counselor for kids ages 10-13, but because I need to take a summer class, I will be in Ithaca for the summer and I'd love to have kids to keep me smiling through my Anatomy class. I can work with kids ages 4 and up! I am very...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have been a teacher in NYC public schools for 10+ years as a special education teacher. During my tenure, I have worked with students ranging from grades 3-12 with disability classifications such as learning disabled, speech and language impaired, emotional disturbance, other health impairment, multiple disabilities, autism,...
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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Sarah M.


Pleasantville, NY

$40-50/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Experienced Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a...

Douglas M.

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Michael B.


Hoboken, NJ

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Michael, a young, freelance writer with a love for kids. My two younger sisters don't hurt. One has Down syndrome, so I'm used to caring for children with special needs. If you're looking for the kind of sitter to park your kids in front of the TV, look elsewhere. From board games to outdoor excursions, I'll keep them...
Michael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the hiring process was smooth. He responded promptly and ensured that he comes across as a trustworthy person by...

Saurabh P.

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Lila K.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Souls In Need

Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...
5.0
"Lila is a person who likes to help others, she is very passionate about what she does, she is helpful, kind, honest and a great person"

Andres G.

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Claire A.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

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Mary Rose P.


Astoria, NY

$50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Certified General/Special Education Teacher Seeking Part-time Employment

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I hold certificates in General/Special Education on the Elementary level, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and have my Masters of Science for Literacy. I am also working as an Assistant Coach for the Youth Wheelchair division of New York...
5.0
"I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this young lady in our path. I simply cannot say enough...

Marisol A.

I have over 10 years of experience working with special need kids. I worked with kids that has asthma, ADHD, kabuki syndrome, Down syndrome, speech delayed.
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Hardai B.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-25/hr

Special Needs Assistance

I took care of children that had developmental challenges. Attention Deficit and Down Syndrome. I am passionate about children and adults that has special needs due to having a brother with Down syndrome. I am also a certified Personal Care Assistant. I am flexible with time, and go the extra mile to accommodate my clients...
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Ariela M.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Special Needs

Hello, my name is Ariela and I am here to serve your family by providing excellent, compassionate care. I am currently completing my last year of my Masters program for Social Work. My undergraduate degree in Psychology included training and education in childhood developmental psychology and various disorders that affect...
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Maria P.


New York, NY

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny For Kids All Ages With Specialty In Kids With Down Syndrome.

Hii! So nice meeting you. My name is Maria and I am from Madrid, Spain. I have two younger brothers who are now 11 and 12 years old and one of them has Down Syndrome. I have been a babysitter ever since I was 17, I have a lot of experience with special needs kids as well. I currently study Advertising and pr and have already...
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Richard G.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with students and adults with special needs, on and off, for the last 10 years. Previously, I was working as a part time caretaker for a young man with autism. I have taught music and drama to students at a local, recently closed, LLC for students with special needs, and when I taught public school theatre, I...
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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Name is Sandra, In the past I worked with special needs teens, toddlers ( spine bifida, down syndrome, autism, behavior disorder ) I have experience to work with them so that they are within their limitations as independent as possible.
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Brianna P.


Hoboken, NJ

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

ACDS Volunteer

Volunteered through ACDS for two summers teaching yoga to young adults with Down's syndrome and other developmental delays.
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Michelle W.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Families

Hello, I have been working with children with special needs for 8 years. I have worked in a childcare setting as well as provided private care. I have experience with children with food allergies, Down's syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, seizure disorders and eating disorders. I enjoy taking children outside for...
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Elizabeth W.


Flushing, NY

$19-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Beth and I am currently looking for a caregiving position for children or adult with special needs such as but not limited to ADHD, autism, downs syndrome. I have most recently worked with a young lady with autism since she was 13. She's a lot more independent but I still help her on some weekends. I currently...
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Shirley P.


Port Chester, NY

$20-30/hr

Professional Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Shirley and I have 11 years of experience taking care of children. I have worked with children ages, just born up to 14 years old. I have worked with children who have eating disorders and vision disorder. Teenangers who had down syndrome. I like to always learn and give my 110% in everything we do. I have also...
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Maya B.


Brooklyn, NY

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Or Tutor Experienced At Working With Children With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Maya and I am a psychology student at Harvard training to be a child psychologist. I'm friendly, warm, passionate, caring, and enthusiastic. I have experience with children with physical and psychological conditions and their families. I worked as an Associate Teacher assisting children with severe special...
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Lauren H.


Garden City, NY

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

In the summer, I do camp anchor. I volunteer with down syndrome and autistic kids, devoting all of my time to them. I love doing camp anchor because I create relationships that will last a life time.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Yonkers, NY

Sarah M.

5.0

The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a comfort to everyone involved. We...

- Douglas M.

Michael B.

5.0

Michael was a caregiver for our two sons (preschooler and fourth grader) on two occasions in the past few months. My interaction with Michael during the hiring process was smooth. He responded promptly and ensured that he comes across as a trustworthy person by providing me with the information that...

- Saurabh P.

Lila K.

5.0

We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5 stars.

- Joan R.

Claire A.

5.0

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend Claire!

- Star K.

Mary Rose P.

5.0

I was very cautious of who I would hire to watch my 11 year old son who has autism. I felt it had to be someone very patient and had knowledge of the disorder. I have to say that it had to be God who put this young lady in our path. I simply cannot say enough about Mary Rose and what she has...

- Marisol A.

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